Born and raised in Baltimore, Maryland, Jerome studies Political Science with a minor in Environmental Social Science. With a passion for democratizing natural resources, Jerome aspires to have a career in advocacy and politics. His current research in collaboration with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources aims to diversify outdoor recreation access in Michigan. Jerome has also pursued internships with the state and federal government at the Executive Office of Governor Gretchen Whitmer and the United States Forest Service. He plans to continue his education and refine his policymaking skills by pursuing a master's degree in public policy with a concentration in environment and energy policy.